M ANY things revolve around race in Malaysia. It can be a particularly trying experience for a child of mixed heritage. When I was around 10, an Indian uncle commented œwhat for you want to study so hard? Youre Malay what ” you will get everything. When I was in university, a Malay œfriend earnestly asked me œKau tak malu ke, kau ada darah Keling?. Only a few weeks ago, a Chinese gentleman pointed out: œOh you have a Malay name. I thought Malay doctors cannot talk properly.
To continue reading the rest of the article, click here